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Youth activities in portugal

If you’re looking for an adventure vacation and to keep yourself entertained and active, Portugal is the perfect place. The country has stunningly beautiful beaches, mountains and countryside with plenty of activities. One of the best ways to see the city is by taking a tram ride. The historic trams offer a view of the city that can’t be beaten. Another popular activity is touring the castle São Jorge (Castelo de São Jorge) one of Lisbon's most emblematic landmarks. The silhouette of the Castle stands out both by day and also when illuminated at night and is located on the summit of São Jorge hill, the highest in Lisbon.

An amazing outdoor adventure for the youth in Lisbon is Coasteering. It is a fun, adventurous sport that combines elements of cliff jumping, swimming, and hiking. It can be done in an ocean, sea, or bay area. Surfing is a very popular activity for everyone in Portugal and also for the outsiders. There are many surf spots and schools where teenagers and adults can learn how to surf in a safe environment. Your surf lesson will include on-the-sand safety training and skill-building with a qualified instructor before tackling the water for fun in the waves.

Mountain biking is one of the most thrilling and extreme sports around. Those who love the adventure and wildness of nature find mountain biking to be the perfect outdoor activity in mainland Portugal.

The Algarve is known for its beautiful beaches, magical sea caves, picturesque villages, and pleasant climate. But did you know that this sunny region in the south of Portugal also serves as an excellent base for exciting city trips?From the Algarve, you can easily and quickly explore some of the most enchanting cities. The rocky coastline of the south of Portugal in the Algarve region is the perfect spot for an ocean adventure. The Algarve is known for having some of the best water sports activities that can be enjoyed all year round. Finally, for those who prefer the depths of the sea to the surface, you can also go scuba diving and snorkeling to observe marine life with fantastic landscapes and even some marine treasures. In the Algarve, renting a jet ski is a great way to have fun, experience a rush of adrenaline, and to admire the beautiful coastline. Renting a jet ski allows you to enjoy your day on the beach and enjoy some refreshing splashes of cold salt water. Another enjoyable and refreshing way to get a great view is by parasailing. In Albufeira, you can experience this perfect mix of water sports and paragliding, during which you can not only admire the view from above, but also from below, as you take the boat along the coast. Costa Nova is a popular seaside resort in Portugal with a small stretch of waterfront houses that have become an attraction thanks to their original striped facades. Costa Nova do Prado is a beach overlooking the Atlantic Ocean of the Portuguese town of Aveiro. Known for its winds and waves, it is very popular among windsurfers and sailors.

To the north of Lisbon, about an hour’s drive by express bus, lies the medieval walled town of Óbidos, which was voted as one of the seven wonders of Portugal (7 Maravilhas de Portugal). Óbidos is a charming medieval town that is surrounded by a castle wall that you can actually walk on! Yes! It is possible to take a walk along the castle wall or walking on the wall. The view is great - you can see the whole village within the wall but be careful – during the rain it can be risky as the stones from which the wall is made can be very slippery.

Lastly, Going on a tuk-tuk tour in Lisbon can be an absolute highlight of the vacation as Lisbon has many buildings with tiled facades, known as azulejos which are the oldest tile designs in blue and white geometric patterned tiles and are similar to those seen in mosques and Islamic palaces across the world. Graffiti also plays an important role on Lisbon street walls!